Charleston, WV (December 20, 2024) – On Thursday, December 19, emergency officials in Charleston were called to provide assistance at the scene of a motor vehicle accident with injuries. The crash was reported to the police department at approximately 8:56 p.m. on Interstate 77 SB near mile marker 91.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the resulting damages have not been determined. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel, and those needing additional support were later transported to nearby hospitals for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
West Virginia Car Accidents
Automobile accidents are inevitable, and a lot of people in West Virginia have firsthand experience with someone who has been involved in a collision that changed their life. According to statistics, 35,766 fatal auto accidents were reported in the United States in the most recent year. There were another 1,593,390 injuries and 3,621,681 property damage cases. There is a possibility of being hurt in a major vehicle accident practically at any time you hit the road, and more than six million documented crashes take place each year. After a major car accident, you must be able to make educated decisions in order to safeguard your legal rights. That often means partnering with a trained legal team to get the most out of your case.
Your very of life can be on the line after a serious collision, and the steps you take now are incredibly important. If you work closely with a trained Charleston car accident lawyer, you’ll be in the best position to get the full value of your claim. The legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC is here to help. Contact our offices today at (304) 720-6700.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
Disclaimer: This post is not intended to solicit business. The information provided should not be interpreted as medical or legal advice. The photo included in this post does not depict the actual accident scene.